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Alhambra, Nasrid Palaces and Generalife Private Tour from Malaga

4.9(107 reviews)Malaga, SpainOperated by APARTRIP TRAVELS
  • Duration7 hours – 8 hours
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • EntrySkip the line
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesArabic, English, French
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Discover one of the most extraordinary monuments in the world on this 7 to 8-hour private tour of the Alhambra, guided by a professional art historian who brings centuries of Islamic civilization to life.

Your experience includes skip-the-line access, Alhambra Gardens and Generalife tickets, and a private walk through the breathtaking summer palace and gardens. Nasrid Palaces admission is fully included — we strongly recommend booking well in advance, as these tickets are among the most sought-after in the world.

Pickup and drop-off is included from your hotel, Airbnb, or port in Málaga and surrounds, in a comfortable private van or car. Cruise passengers enjoy priority scheduling.

This is not a group tour. Every detail — from your pickup time to the pace of the visit — is tailored entirely to you.

What to expect

7 hours – 8 hours1 stopsPrivate tourSkip the line

  1. The Alhambra

    Calle Real de la Alhambra, s/n, Palacio de Carlos V, Granada, 18009, Spain

    8 hoursAdmission included

    Experience the fascinating history of Granada on a 7 to 8-hour guided tour of the Alhambra, Nasrid Palaces and Generalife summer palace with a skip-the-line ticket. Led by a specialist and historian guide, explore the vast complex dating back more than 600 years and marvel at the magnificent blend of Islamic art and culture. Walk through the chambers and corridors of the Nasrid Palaces, the 14th-century miracle that shines as the Alhambra's jewel, and admire the intricate designs of the Mexuar, Comares, and Lions courtyard. Explore the military fortification of Alcazaba and the recreational palace and gardens of Generalife. Your tour includes pickup and drop-off via private coach from Malaga, Fuengirola, Marbella, Torremolinos, and Benalmadena. After the tour, enjoy free time for 1 to 2 hours to explore the shops, restaurants, and museums outside ( city center) or inside Alhambra. The tour concludes with a return drive to Malaga (about 1hr 30min).

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Pickup locations544

The operator lists 544 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences40

  • Mediterraneo Real AparthotelCalle Antonio Machado 25, Los boliches, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Las Palmeras Affiliated By FergusCalle Martinez Catena 6, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Higueron Hotel Curio Collection by HiltonAvenida del Higueron, 48, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Hotel Puente RealPaseo Maritimo, 79, Torremolinos, 29620, Spain
  • Don Juan HotelCalle Martinez Catena 9, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Hotel Casa ConsistorialPlaza de los Reyes Catolicos, s/n, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Hotel Monarque TorreblancaCalle de Torreblanca s/n, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Hotel Monarque Fuengirola ParkCamino Antiguo del Ferrocarril S/N, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • ILUNION MiramarCalle San Miguel 1, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • FuenplayaUrb. Torres Blancas, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Hostal Jabega FuengirolaCalle de Jaen 1, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Apartamentos RondaPaseo Maritimo Rey de Espana s/n, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Hotel AgurCalle Toston 04, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Ona Las RampasCalle Pintor Nogales s/n, Centro Comercial Las Rampas, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Angel PlayaCalle Jaen s/n, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Hotel Ipv Palace & SpaCarretera A7, Km 1018, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Exe Estepona Thalasso & Spa - Adults onlyAutovia del Mediterraneo, Bel-Air, 29680, Spain
  • Hacienda BeachUrb. Hacienda Beach Fase II y III, Ctra. A-7, Km 163, Estepona, 29680, Spain
  • Albayalde ApartmentsCalle Malaga km 165, Estepona, 29680, Spain
  • HOTEL EL PILAR ANDALUCIAPlaza De Las Flores No: 12, Estepona, 29680, Spain
  • Casa De La BorregaCalle Correo Viejo 9, Estepona, 29680, Spain
  • El Campanario del ParaisoCaserio 4, Estepona, 29860, Spain
  • GC PrestigeCalle Vigo N 10, Estepona, 29680, Spain
  • Hotel TRH ParaisoCalle Jazmin, 86, Ctra. De Cádiz, Km.1058, Estepona, 29688, Spain
  • Hostal MicaelaCalle Bajondillo 4, Torremolinos, 29620, Spain
  • Hacienda Del Mar Mbr of Melia CollectionAutovia del Mediterraneo 7, Km 1066, Estepona, 29680, Spain
  • Ikos AndalusiaCarretera Nacional 340 km 164, Estepona, 29680, Spain
  • Pelikan ParkLugar urbanizacion El Paraiso Km 167, San Pedro, Estepona, 29688, Spain
  • The Hotel-Boutique AL-ANA MarbellaCalle Tamesis 16, Urb. Park Beach, Estepona, 29688, Spain
  • BLUESEA Miramar FuengirolaAvenida Santa Amalia 2, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Ilunion FuengirolaPaseo Maritimo Rey de Espana 87, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Acuarium HotelAvenida Santa Amalia 2, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • La Cala ResortCalle Mirador del Golf, La Cala de Mijas, 29649, Spain
  • CalaMijasCtra. Nacional A-7 km 201, La Cala de Mijas, 29649, Spain
  • Alojamiento Beethoven LuxuryCalle Beatas Numero 20, 40 D, Malaga, 29008, Spain
  • Apartamentos JabegaC/ Jaen, 1, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Hotel Mainare PlayaAv. de las Gaviotas, 23, Fuengirola, 29640, Spain
  • Gran Hotel Costa Del SolCalle la Butibamba 9, La Cala de Mijas, 29649, Spain
  • Hotel Carmenurbanizacion Residencial La Cala 7, La Cala de Mijas, 29649, Spain
  • Los Jarales Rural Hotel IstanCtra. Marbella-Istan km 14, Istan, Malaga, 29611, Spain
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Departure Point: Pickup is available from the following cities: Malaga, Marbella, Benlamadena, Mijas, Torremolinos, Estepona, Vêlez de Malaga Pickup is also available from the port of Malaga Directions: Please note: for port pickup passengers, your guide or driver will be waiting for you at the gate of arrival. Dates: See Availability Return point: Tour ends with drop-off at your hotel or port

Redemption

Additional Information When making your booking, please provide the passport numbers and nationalities of all participants. As Alhambra tickets are nominative, original passports are required on the day of the visit.

What's included

Included

  • Cruise passengers benefit from priority scheduling for both pickup and drop-off times
  • Shared tour includes the Alhambra exterior only —Nasrid Palaces and garden tickets are not included.
  • Port, hotel and Airbnb pickup and drop-off from Málaga and surrounds
  • Private Tour option: Admission Nasrid Palaces tickets included
  • Private tour with a professional art historian guide
  • Courtesey & Comfortable VAN /CAR
  • Private Tour option: Complete visit of Alhambra, Gardens & Generalife, Alcazaba & Nasrid Palaces

Not included

  • Food and drinks

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 8 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Adult (0–99)

Additional information

  • When making your booking, please provide the passport numbers and nationalities of all participants. As Alhambra tickets are nominative, original passports are required on the day of the visit.
  • The private tour option includes skip-the-line access, Nasrid Palaces admission, Alhambra Gardens and Generalife tickets, and a guided walk through the summer palace and gardens.
  • The shared tour option covers the Alhambra exterior visit only. Nasrid Palaces and garden tickets are not included.

Languages

Guide
Arabic, English, French, Spanish

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0+ days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Madrid
Product code
29379P24

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements
  • Drop-off address
  • How you are arriving
  • Cruise arrival time
  • Cruise ship name

Traveller reviews

4.9/ 5107 reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Viator (84) and Tripadvisor (23).

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